Oshkosh travel guide
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You're Going to Love Oshkosh
With a population of 66,083, Oshkosh is a must-see destination in Wisconsin, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Oshkosh deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Oshkosh
If you’re looking for affordable options, TJ's Highland Steakhouse (11 W Ripple Ave) and Bar 430 (430 N Main St) are great picks.
When to visit Oshkosh
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Oshkosh in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 10.4 °F, with an average temperature of 17.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 4″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Oshkosh, with an average rainfall of 0.8″.
How to Get to Oshkosh
Plane
Although Oshkosh doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Appleton Intl (ATW), which is located 16 miles from Oshkosh. Appleton Intl is the most popular, with regular flights from Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Lufthansa and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Oshkosh departs from Nashville and takes around 1h 45m.
Car
Another option to get to Oshkosh is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 155 miles from Oshkosh. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Chicago.
Bus
Amtrak operates bus routes to Oshkosh. Oshkosh’s bus station is located 0.3 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving Oshkosh
Where to stay in Oshkosh
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include AmericInn by Wyndham Oshkosh and Quality Inn.
Where to stay in popular areas of Oshkosh
Most booked hotels in Oshkosh
Renting a car in Oshkosh
Renting a car in Oshkosh costs $74 per day, on average, or $149 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Appleton Intl.
Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Oshkosh (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Oshkosh is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Toyota Prius or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.